CVC Insertion Safety Measures

Easy Reduction Of Risk Potential Therapeutic Procedures

A patient is undergoing a therapeutic procedure that involves the insertion of a central venous catheter (CVC) for long-term medication administration. As the nurse preparing the patient for this procedure, it is essential to ensure patient safety and optimize outcomes. Select all the actions you would take to reduce the risk of complications during this procedure.

Select all that apply:

Obtain informed consent from the patient.

Position the patient in a supine position with a slight trendelenburg.

Perform hand hygiene and don sterile gloves.

Assess for allergies to antiseptics and anesthetics.

Prepare the catheter and supplies using a sterile technique.

Monitor vital signs throughout the procedure.

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